Preparation16VQT0X92Charging the Batterywith the ChargerThe battery is not charged when thecamera is shipped. Charge the batterybefore use.1 Insert the battery terminals andattach the battery to the charger.2 Connect the charger to theelectrical outlet.• Charging starts when the [CHARGE]indicator lights green.• If the [CHARGE] indicator blinks, referto P17.3 Detach the battery after chargingis complete.• Charging is complete when the[CHARGE] indicator turns off (afterabout 120 minutes).• After charging is completed, be sure todisconnect the charger from the electricaloutlet.• The battery becomes warm after using itand during and after charging. Thecamera also becomes warm during use.This is not a malfunction.• The battery will be exhausted if left for along period of time after being charged.Recharge the battery when it isexhausted.• Use the dedicated charger and battery.• Charge the battery with the chargerindoors.• Do not disassemble or modify thecharger.About the Battery(charging/number of recordablepictures)w Battery indicationThe remaining battery power appears onthe screen.• The battery indication turns red andblinks. Recharge the battery or replace itwith fully charged battery.[It does not appear when you use thecamera along with the AC adaptor(DMW-AC7; optional).]w The battery lifeThe number of recordable pictures (ByCIPA standard in program AE mode)Recording conditions by CIPA standard• Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on._• Using the supplied SD Memory Card(32 MB).Number ofrecordable picturesApprox. 360 pictures(Approx. 180 min)
